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Stefan Coerts assesses the keys to victory for Bert van Marwijk’s side...
Soccer City will host what promises to be one of the most intriguing and exciting World Cup finals so far, when two-time finalists the Netherlands take on reigning European champions Spain.
Choosing a winner for such a tantalising affair is nearly impossible. The Oranje have so far won all their matches in South Africa, while Spain have won their last five games after starting the tournament with a 1-0 defeat to Switzerland.
The match will surely sit on a knife edge and promises to be a breathtaking encounter. If the Netherlands are to emerge the victors, they will do so because of the use of the following five 'tactics'...
1) Attack down Joan Capdevila's side
Spain have been extremely solid at the back at this summer's tournament and it's no coincidence they haven't conceded in the knockout stages so far.
However, the Furia Roja appear to be vulnerable at left-back, with Joan Capdevila looking like his side's 'weakest link'. The Villarreal defender is likely to face the difficult task of keeping Arjen Robben at bay and the Oranje would be well advised to get the Bayern Munich man involved as much as possible.
2) Constantly harass Xavi & Andres Iniesta
Barcelona midfielder's Xavi and Andres Iniesta have both been shortlisted for the 'Player of the Tournament' accolade following their impressive performances in South Africa.
Xavi and Iniesta are Spain's main source for creativity and the Netherlands will have to keep the duo at bay if they are to deny their opponents on Sunday.
The good thing for the Oranje though is that they have just the perfect weapon to do so. Holding midfielder's Mark van Bommel and Nigel de Jong have been simply outstanding at World Cup 2010 and the duo will have to turn out yet another stellar performance to help Holland to glory.
3) Use Wesley Sneijder
With Wesley Sneijder, Holland have one of the absolute stars of the tournament in their team. It appears as if everything the Inter playmaker touches turns to gold at the moment and Sneijder will be determined to add yet another trophy to his cabinet on Sunday.
The former Real Madrid star is still in the running to win both the 'top scorer' and the 'Player of the Tournament' awards, and Holland should use Sneijder as much as possible to take full advantage of his superb form.
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